Chinese Hospital Ship “Peace Ark” Makes Five-Day Stop in Algeria
Chinese navy hospital ship Peace Ark arrives in Algeria for a five-day technical stop, promoting Sino-Algerian cooperation through cultural exchanges and goodwill activities.
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Chinese navy hospital ship Peace Ark arrives in Algeria for a five-day technical stop, promoting Sino-Algerian cooperation through cultural exchanges and goodwill activities.
The UN Humanitarian Air Service will resume operations in Haiti this Wednesday, following an FAA waiver, enabling critical aid to reach displaced communities amid escalating violence.
A recap of key events at the United Nations during the second week of November, highlighting climate commitments, humanitarian aid expansions, and progress on global initiatives.
The World Food Program urges safe passage for food aid convoys to Sudan’s North Darfur and South Kordofan as millions face hunger amid ongoing civil war.
A Chinese envoy has urged Israel to lift restrictions on humanitarian access in Gaza, calling for an immediate opening of crossings to alleviate the deteriorating humanitarian situation.
UN suspends all flights to Haiti as escalating violence threatens safety and hampers humanitarian efforts.
Israel has notified the UN of its decision to terminate its agreement with UNRWA, the agency providing aid to Palestinian refugees. The move has sparked international criticism amid a humanitarian crisis in Gaza.
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has protested a new Israeli law that could cripple UNRWA, warning of its devastating impact on Palestinian refugees in the occupied territory.
Up to 1,000 women and children from Gaza needing urgent medical care will be evacuated to Europe, according to the head of the World Health Organization’s Europe branch in comments published on Monday.
Approximately 1.2 million Lebanese citizens have been displaced amid escalating conflict with Israel. Local NGOs are struggling to provide aid as resources dwindle.
Amid escalating tensions, the U.S. has given Israel a 30-day deadline to boost aid to Gaza. Regional security concerns rise as Israeli strikes hit Lebanon and casualties increase in Gaza.
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi called for an immediate, complete, and permanent ceasefire in Gaza, urging the release of hostages and unimpeded humanitarian aid access during a call with Israel’s Foreign Minister.
UN officials report that most of Lebanon’s nearly 900 displacement shelters are full, leaving many fleeing Israeli military strikes to sleep outdoors. Over 1.2 million have been displaced since the aggression began.
G7 leaders have voiced deep concern over the escalating conflict in the Middle East, calling for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza, release of hostages, and increased humanitarian assistance.
On World Humanitarian Day, the crisis in Gaza deepens as ongoing conflict, port blockades, and displacement directives by Israel worsen the humanitarian situation in the Gaza Strip.
Afghanistan faces significant challenges in rebuilding after decades of conflict. Explore the obstacles to peaceful reconstruction and opportunities for international support.
China has donated $3 million to the UNRWA to bolster emergency humanitarian efforts in Gaza, reinforcing its commitment to aid the region amid ongoing crises.
The Republic of Korea has offered to provide relief supplies to the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea after heavy rains caused significant flooding, marking a rare humanitarian outreach.
Beijing Pinglan Public Welfare Foundation extends humanitarian efforts globally. Co-founder Wang Ke and Instructor Zhou lead volunteer missions to aid communities in need worldwide.
Floods caused by heavy rains in Niger since June have killed 53 people and affected over 18,000, with UN agencies warning that the situation may worsen as the rainy season continues.